Media Statement
WA JCTT investigating Australia Day incident
This is a joint Western Australia Police Force, Australian Federal Police and Australian Security Intelligence Organisation media release.
The Western Australia Joint Counter Terrorism Team (WA JCTT) can confirm it is investigating the incident at Forrest Place in Perth on Australia Day as a potential terrorist act.
A man, 31, has been charged by Western Australia Police Force. He has been remanded in custody and will next appear in Perth Magistrates Court on 17 February, 2026.
The WA JCTT investigation is ongoing and further charges have not been ruled out.
There is no ongoing threat to public safety.
Anyone with information or vision of the incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
The WA JCTT comprises WAPF, AFP and the ASIO.
